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BT05 AFX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

197,029 mi
Last recorded197,029 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 AFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 197,029 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 27 Nov 2017 197,029 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 24 Oct 2015 190,838 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 184,214 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

brake pad warning light on dash on

Fail 14 Oct 2014 184,214 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

brake pad warning light on dash on

Pass 15 Jan 2014 177,434 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 160,194 miles

rear exhaust box around by the pipe corroding,still secure when inspected

Fail 22 Aug 2012 160,194 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust box around by the pipe corroding,still secure when inspected

Pass 11 Apr 2011 134,258 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 122,475 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 117,779 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 117,779 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 91,123 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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BT05 AFX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 113,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT05 AFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT05 AFX registered?

BT05 AFX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 May 2005.

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